1695 Poppy Peak Dr
Pasadena, CA 91105
Asking Price:$1,695,000
3 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms
It’s mid-century modern at its finest at The Thompson Residence, a Buff, Straub & Hensman 3 bedroom home in Pasadena’s San Rafael Hills that won the Preservaton Award for its 2012 museum quality restoration. There are some homes that hit the market and when they do you may hear an audible gasp in your office. This is one of those homes. I cannot wait for you to see it.
1695 Poppy Peak Drive has been widely published in various architecture and home style magazines in print and online. It’s an extraordinarily important example of the esteemed architects’ early post and beam work.
From the street you know you’re in for something truly special inside.
I’m just including this photo because I love dogs.
Inside, you’re greeted with a soaring 2 story glass and wood structure. The walls of glass truly bring the outdoors in.
The interior living spaces lead to expansive outdoor decks and patios making the home truly lend itself to that ideal indoor/outdoor flow that our greatest mid-century architects strived to provide.
The open layout living area boasts, obviously, plenty of bright light, and a a beautiful red brick fireplace.
The kitchen features a Sub-Zero refrigerator and gorgeous Miele appliances. Plus it opens to an entertainer’s patio and the living and dining rooms so you will never have to leave the fun while you’re prepping dinner.
The home features 3 unique bedrooms with closets and en suite baths. Eagle eyed readers may notice the Emmys and Golden Globes. I wonder who could be the owner? He or she must be a talented individual, and with great taste in homes!
All of three of the bedrooms have their own individual attributes and charms. The second and third bedroom feature wood beamed ceilings, treetop views, and built-ins.
The third bedroom would make for an excellent guest quarters, home office, or writers retreat.
The City of Pasadena doesn’t hand out their Preservation Awards for nothing. The museum quality restoration left virtually every surface restored or rebuilt to exacting detail. 1695 Poppy Peak Drive has all new systems, including plumbing, electrical, roof, and a zoned HVAC. The only aspect of the home that may rival the beautiful interiors is the private outdoor spaces.
This one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime home is not just architecturally significant, it’s located in the great Poppy Peak Historic District, a lush, private, and exclusive neighborhood in the San Rafael Hills of Pasadena. And the cherry on top? This spectacular jewel of a home also offers Mills Act tax savings for its next lucky owner. Will it be you?
If you would like to view this mid-century home or find other amazing homes for sale in Pasadena, or anywhere in Los Angeles, call me today at (937) 243-2349 or email me at tatiana.tensen@sothebyshomes.com.
Listed provided courtesy of James Wilson, Deasy/Penner & Partners.